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10-01-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,600
Posted By JeffOYB

Well, duh, but it has been running good for...

Well, duh, but it has been running good for years...
10-01-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,600
Posted By JeffOYB

What is up with Tiz-Cycling.io?

Tiz Cycling has been the best place for shared bike race replay videos in the past few years. He was also quick to share feeds to all the latest races. Now it is not loading for me. As I recall, he...
09-30-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 921
Posted By JeffOYB

This is the only good answer. The punctures are...

This is the only good answer. The punctures are similar despite different wheels. Aging would have nothing to do with a puncture pattern but this explanation below about ramps and beads might be onto...
09-24-23, 03:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 921
Posted By JeffOYB

Do latex tubes go bad in a few years?

I have sweet pink latex Victoria tubes in various wheels. Last week on a ride both wheels on my gravel bike flatted in the same place of the tube, due to tube failure, an hour apart. The rims are...
09-19-23, 07:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 685
Posted By JeffOYB

I wont wreck it chasing after a tire. I will try...

I wont wreck it chasing after a tire. I will try to find a wheel with a wider rim to change the orientation of the knobs. ...But giving some backward space for a wheel in the vertical dropout doesnt...
09-17-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 685
Posted By JeffOYB

...filing dropouts a bit rearward doesnt seem...

...filing dropouts a bit rearward doesnt seem very extreme.

But yeah its silly to spend any time wrecking a frame to gain tire width...
09-17-23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 685
Posted By JeffOYB

Crude extra-dimple method?

So... Im trying to squeeze 2.4-inch Conti Trail Kings into my 1990 Bridge mb1. I have already dremeled the sideknobs down halfway. They almost work. They ride on the straights without a buzz, but...
04-13-23, 05:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,099
Posted By JeffOYB

Kludging 2 housings into 1?

Has anyone ever butted together two sections of cable housing to have them function as one length of housing? If you do that do the two pieces of cable housing just slop against each other and have...
03-26-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 288
Posted By JeffOYB

ok! ...so don't ride in the rain?

ok! ...so don't ride in the rain?
03-26-23, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 295
Posted By JeffOYB

I read that only Titanium subscribers can delete...

I read that only Titanium subscribers can delete their thread... So no "delete" buttons anywhere for me!
03-26-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 288
Posted By JeffOYB

How to install fabric-foam bar grips?

I know about the Grab-on Foam grips but this new-to-me bike has fabric foam grips. I "rolled" them off to change the stem. They don't want to roll back on. Any tricks for working with this stuff? I...
03-26-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 295
Posted By JeffOYB

sorry for the bother. it all worked out! so i...

sorry for the bother. it all worked out! so i tried to delete the post/thread but i can't...
03-26-23, 03:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 295
Posted By JeffOYB

Where did my stem expander go?

[how to delete post? "delete" isn't anywhere! not in Advanced, not in plain view anywhere...???]
Replies: 55
Views: 14,767
Posted By JeffOYB

I'm shocked it was $75 to check the bike. I've...

I'm shocked it was $75 to check the bike. I've traveled with my bike on Amtrak and it was very cheap. 10-20. Didn't catch my attention it was so low. But I've only gone on Amtrak with...
10-24-21, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By JeffOYB

I agree that my structure isn't in good enough...

I agree that my structure isn't in good enough shape to support the other efforts I'm making. ...My legs and aerobics are stronger than my posture support. I think the lesson is to keep up on full...
09-06-21, 05:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,226
Posted By JeffOYB

Cross dead around here. Gravel kilt it

Bummer that cross is dead in mid-Michigan. Gravel has killed it. Gravel rules. Straight lines for the win! And stones flying everywhere! There's not a PEEP about cross. About a dozen gravel...
09-06-21, 07:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,464
Posted By JeffOYB

How is tape easier or less messy? Or isn't it?

What's the benefit of tape? When I glue my tires regularly they stay on just fine. It is a bit messy and fussy but it works.

My problem happens when I try to get 2 seasons from glue instead of...
09-04-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,132
Posted By JeffOYB

whew, at least some of the remaining spokes are...

whew, at least some of the remaining spokes are corroded. it's a Rolf Vector Pro wheel with wide bladed spokes. ...not 2.3mm blades, doesn't seem like. any good way to find the right spokes? i should...
09-04-21, 10:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,132
Posted By JeffOYB

Thanks everyone! I tried some more nipples and...

Thanks everyone! I tried some more nipples and all the others worked fine! I freaked out because i thought they were all the same.
09-04-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By JeffOYB

Thanks for the feedback. I agree that I probably...

Thanks for the feedback. I agree that I probably over-did the uphill thrashing. I'll back off and work on getting ready for that. I can practice some out of mellow saddle uphills during my commutes.
09-04-21, 07:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By JeffOYB

Fix neck/shoulder nerve pain on short/hard training ride?

I got wildly painful flaring nerve pain in my neck and shoulders when doing a superhard 1.5 hr gravel ride with The Gang a couple days ago.

I ride relaxed but we do about a dozen short hard hill...
09-03-21, 09:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,132
Posted By JeffOYB

spoke nipples not standard?

I've always interchanged spoke nipples. I just got a DT Swiss Aero spoke and it is not accepting a standard nipple. I have no idea there are other nipple threads. What kind does this lame spoke...
07-16-21, 10:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,770
Posted By JeffOYB

Joe Blow is a famous pump, been around awhile....

Joe Blow is a famous pump, been around awhile. Sounds like check valve in base is stuck. Any info on accessing it? I've fussed w mine before and recall the fix was easier than I thought. there are...
Forum: Touring
07-16-21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 961
Posted By JeffOYB

Anyone know what's up w Deanna Adams lately?

Yeah blast from the past but I've wondered so am asking. She won the women's Tour Divide like 10 yrs ago and got relegated. She was also youngest ever to finish and she rode a dumpstered fixie...
07-16-21, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 553,585
Posted By JeffOYB

Pretty sure that all Jacques Tati movies used...

Pretty sure that all Jacques Tati movies used bikes in a prominent role. As another actor and important image. One of the greatest directors. Only made 4 features and each ranks in all time best...
07-16-21, 09:11 AM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 553,585
Posted By JeffOYB

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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07-16-21, 06:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,770
Posted By JeffOYB

I've had this problem before and fixed it. I...

I've had this problem before and fixed it. I forget how... I recall it was easy.

The tube is fine. It pumped with another pump. I wish I knew how a pump works. Why does the air now just go in and...
07-15-21, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,770
Posted By JeffOYB

Joe Blow pump "bouncing"?

My pump has the dreaded bounce. Where you pump but the pressure doesn't go into the tube. What makes that "one way" air flow happen? Ugh. I hate having to ask or not knowing. Of course I've done...
05-24-21, 06:00 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

If you're trained you won't ever crash if you do...

If you're trained you won't ever crash if you do that. We ride around in the grass and intentionally rub our front tire against the side of someone's rear tire. Or we just bump them. It's pretty...
05-24-21, 05:47 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

It was good for going faster thru flat, uphill or...

It was good for going faster thru flat, uphill or obstacle-filled corners. We also use this skill to not crash when dealing w obstacles -- either due to the obstacle or to bumping others when...
05-24-21, 01:24 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

*The 2 techniques I've described give different...

*The 2 techniques I've described give different lean angles for the same speed and radius.

*Crashes happen for the other reason I mention: mishandling obstacle avoidance. Also touching wheels --...
05-24-21, 01:19 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Of course. If you agreed, your OP would have been...

Of course. If you agreed, your OP would have been so confusing. Talking about crits and fork flop added fog to the question (better stated in #211 (https://www.bikeforums.net/22072793-post211.html)...
05-23-21, 05:55 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

I'm not trying to make fine distinctions. Nor am...

I'm not trying to make fine distinctions. Nor am I questioning countersteering, beyond noting that wiki says the described science isn't complete.

I'm saying there are (at least) 2 notably...
05-23-21, 01:58 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Right! ...That's what I asked for in my first...

Right! ...That's what I asked for in my first post! : ) someone who knows science and this kind of biking who can explain
05-23-21, 01:40 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

I mentioned it earlier. ...Most sport riders...

I mentioned it earlier. ...Most sport riders today seem to have too much swoop in their turns and have stiff/straight arms and as a result many crash needlessly.

I never mentioned wide or tight...
05-23-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Diving into a corner is one way to turn. And...

Diving into a corner is one way to turn. And seems best to me for obstacle-free, grippy downhill turns.

My points are that:

*Diving is a massively dangerous habit to have when you suddenly see...
05-23-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

I teach basic fitness rider safety classes. It's...

I teach basic fitness rider safety classes. It's not about racing. I'm wondering about the science of the 2 kinds of turns I have them learn. I already know about the practical aspect. I would like...
05-23-21, 10:21 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Bad analysis on your part. As I've said a couple...

Bad analysis on your part. As I've said a couple times, when people say one way to turn is better than another it's good to know that they know what they are talking about. That's what I stated that...
05-23-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Disagree on my first question. Don't know...

Disagree on my first question.

Don't know what this is about different bikes.

It seems I'm higher skill than fitness. And back in fitter days was still higher skill. One of my points was that...
05-22-21, 12:30 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

? Dozens of bickering posts and declarations. ...

? Dozens of bickering posts and declarations.

As I glanced thru them I didn't notice anyone verifying what they were talking about to the extent I'm describing.
05-22-21, 09:21 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Stupid. ...Reading comprehension. I asked...

Stupid. ...Reading comprehension.

I asked what is the science behind this technique.

I suppose I could add because some people say that steering isn't real and doesn't help you corner faster or...
05-22-21, 08:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 957
Posted By JeffOYB

Thanks. This sounds like a good lead. ...Fresh...

Thanks. This sounds like a good lead. ...Fresh cable/housing.
05-22-21, 07:53 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

I started the thread to see how steering fits...

I started the thread to see how steering fits into turning. I use steering to make sharper/quicker turns in races than those around me. Also safer turns. I also use steering to increase my safety in...
05-21-21, 01:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 957
Posted By JeffOYB

XT derailler is original. chainrings look...

XT derailler is original.

chainrings look fine, not shark tooth. haven't experienced chainring skip before -- is it a realistic concern? does it feel the same as cog skip? relevant to bring up?
...
05-20-21, 09:39 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Never suggested calculation. But just different...

Never suggested calculation. But just different methods. A 'swooping' full-lean no-pedal bend in a descent is one kind of turn. A full power-on pedaling 90 deg crit corner on a slight uphill would be...
05-20-21, 01:32 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

Is everyone who is replying to this thread about...

Is everyone who is replying to this thread about fast flat (or uphill) cornering and cyclocross experienced in these kinds of riding? That is, I hope that everyone who is responding about tires...
05-20-21, 01:31 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

PS: Not sure that I move my hips on the saddle. I...

PS: Not sure that I move my hips on the saddle. I push the saddle outward an inch or so. Just use the hip muscles to do that. To compensate for less of a lean and still make the same turn at the same...
05-20-21, 01:28 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

It might help if people indicate whether they do...

It might help if people indicate whether they do much crit or CX racing...

I dont recall mentioning traction. I see that I said the bike can be kept more upright. This might result in more...
05-20-21, 01:22 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

? It's maybe the most effective skill that I...

? It's maybe the most effective skill that I practice. My explanation should suggest that. What's silly about not crashing or about cornering with more options? Hmm, instead of saying "silly" --...
05-19-21, 08:14 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,489
Posted By JeffOYB

The question might be: lean off the bike how far?...

The question might be: lean off the bike how far? Also, I do it on all bike types, personally. I've mentioned CX and crits so far in my comments. I'd guess that shifting hips less than 1/2" to the...
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